The first in an exciting new crime series for those who love history, mystery, intrigue, and a dash of romance   When Janna is saved from a wild boar by the villain Godric, she's not sure whether to kiss him or slap him, as the last thing she needs is a beau. Janna wants the freedom to follow her dreams, and a marriage proposal isn't in her plans. But Janna's life is shattered when her mother Eadgyth dies suddenly, and Janna suspects poison. With so many suspects, Janna will need all her courage and skill to bring the murderer to justice. Who can she trust when Godric and even Hugh, the dashing nobleman, have secrets that threaten her safety?